GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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voluminoushaving or marked by great volume or bulk : large
inerrancyexemption from error : infallibility
venuelocale
fallibleliable to be erroneous
validateto make legally valid : ratify
compendiuma brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
conceptionthe process of becoming pregnant involving fertilization or implantation or both
indeliblethat cannot be removed, washed away, or erased
garishclothed in vivid colors